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Das, Anil Kumar
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Dates of existence
1902 - 1961
History
Anil Kumar Das (1902–1961) was an eminent Indian astrophysicist who served as the Director of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) and was a key figure in the development of solar and stellar astronomy in India. Educated at Patna University and later at Imperial College London, he specialized in astrophysical spectroscopy. Before joining IIA, he worked at the Kodaikanal Observatory, where he carried out significant research on the solar spectrum, prominences, and sunspots. As Director, Das strengthened observational programs, modernized instrumentation, and encouraged research in both solar and stellar astrophysics.